PSNI chief plays down prospect of road-blocking protests for Stormont return

PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher commented on social media activity encouraging loyalists to engage in demonstrations (Liam McBurney/PA)

Northern Ireland’s police chief Jon Boutcher has downplayed the prospect of road-blocking protests ahead of the return of powersharing at Stormont.

Mr Boutcher was commenting on social media activity encouraging loyalists to engage in disruptive demonstrations ahead of the anticipated restoration of devolution.